Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) Jobs

Chief Compliance Officers help organizations uphold legal, regulatory, and ethical standards while supporting responsible business growth. Explore vetted CCO opportunities on Ladders, including senior roles at organizations seeking experienced leaders in compliance, risk management, and corporate governance. Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Chief Compliance Officer Do?

A CCO develops and oversees compliance programs tailored to an organization’s industry, operations, and regulatory obligations. Typical responsibilities include interpreting laws and regulations, assessing compliance risks, establishing policies and controls, conducting audits or monitoring, and reporting findings to executive leadership and the board. CCOs also guide investigations, coordinate with legal and risk teams, and foster a culture of integrity across the organization.

Common CCO Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, legal, audit, or risk leadership. Many roles require a bachelor’s degree, while some prefer an advanced degree or professional certifications relevant to the industry. Strong candidates bring sound judgment, clear communication, executive presence, and the ability to translate complex requirements into practical business processes.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Chief Compliance Officer roles are common in financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, manufacturing, and other regulated sectors. The scope of the position varies: some CCOs lead enterprise-wide programs, while others focus on a particular business unit, region, or regulatory area. Search current openings to find opportunities that match your sector expertise and leadership goals.

Find Chief Compliance Officer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional CCO opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare leadership responsibilities, and identify positions that align with your experience in compliance strategy, governance, and risk oversight.

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$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by supporting regulatory compliance and policy alignment. Leverage your clinical expertise to ensure accurate claim-edit configurations and provide trusted guidance to health plan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic client engagement, driving account growth, and fostering long-term partnerships in a dynamic global environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by ensuring compliance and quality in sterile compounding operations. Collaborate with the PIC to uphold regulatory standards, drive continuous improvement, and maintain patient safet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $110K *

Pioneer compliance and legal support initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulations while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to manage legal matters, conduct audits, and drive st...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and legal integrity across operations. Manage audits, develop policies, and support litigation efforts while collaborating with internal teams and external couns...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $106K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role in data governance, ensuring quality control of key data elements. Collaborate with teams to validate credit transaction data, enhance processes, and drive ac...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $161K *

Drive the review and transfer of client data, leveraging eDiscovery tools to protect client privileges and proprietary information during attorney transitions while enhancing existing workflows for ef...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Help us ensure the highest standards of regulatory compliance and quality assurance in our 503A sterile compounding pharmacy, driving continuous improvement and excellence in operations and patient sa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $131K *

Drive compliance and quality initiatives as a leader in risk management, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization. Super...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$190K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving sales strategy and execution for a dynamic SaaS portfolio. Lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue growth, optimize pipeline management, and enhance customer acqu...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Manage daily operations of complaint appeal processes. Oversee complaint investigations, generate data reports, and enhance member experience through process improvements and training for the team. Dr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $161K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding client data by implementing strategic workflows for attorney transitions, leveraging eDiscovery tools, and maintaining client privileges while managing departmental pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $161K *

Empower attorney transitions by leveraging eDiscovery tools to protect client data and firm interests while ensuring efficient workflows and documentation throughout the transfer process. Join a team...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $161K *

Engage your legal expertise to protect client privileges and firm data. Leverage advanced eDiscovery tools while managing attorney transitions and enhancing workflows. Join a collaborative team focuse...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$222K - $250K *

Champion a high-performing team of Key Account Managers, translating national strategies into regional execution. Drive enterprise engagement with key healthcare networks, ensuring alignment and accou...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $250K *

Champion a high-performing team of Key Account Managers, translating national strategies into regional execution. Drive enterprise engagement with key healthcare networks, ensuring alignment and accou...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform cybersecurity leadership by guiding risk management, compliance, and security operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust protection of infrastructure and services while aligning wit...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Consultant, leading client engagements and driving cybersecurity initiatives. Utilize your expertise to manage projects, facilitate workshops, and mentor junior staff w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform client engagements by leading cybersecurity initiatives, managing risks, and coaching junior consultants. Drive strategic discussions and deliver high-quality results while fostering growth...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee risk management for financial advisory services, collaborating with leadership to identify and mitigate operational, regulatory, and professional risks while ensuring compliance and high-quali...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive risk management excellence in a dynamic financial advisory practice. Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate risks, develop controls, and ensure compliance, all while enhancing clie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive risk management excellence within a dynamic financial advisory practice, collaborating with leadership to identify and mitigate operational, regulatory, and professional risks while ensuring hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading risk management for our Financial Advisory Services, collaborating with teams to identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across com...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of risk management in our Financial Advisory Services practice. Collaborate with leadership to identify and mitigate risks while developing effective controls and training, ensuring h...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in risk management for a dynamic Financial Advisory Services practice. Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate risks, develop controls, and ensure compliance, all while enhanci...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Compliance Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Compliance Officer is a senior executive responsible for overseeing an organization’s compliance program and helping ensure that its practices meet applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

  • What does a Chief Compliance Officer do?question toggle

    CCOs assess compliance risks, establish policies and controls, monitor adherence, coordinate audits and investigations, advise leadership, and promote ethical conduct throughout the organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Chief Compliance Officer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for senior experience in compliance, legal, audit, regulatory affairs, or risk management. A relevant bachelor’s degree is often expected; advanced degrees and professional certifications may be preferred depending on the industry.

  • Which industries hire Chief Compliance Officers?question toggle

    CCOs work across industries with significant regulatory or governance needs, including financial services, healthcare, insurance, technology, and manufacturing.

  • Where can I find Chief Compliance Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including executive and senior-level Chief Compliance Officer opportunities.